Jan Scott

Jan Scott Food Editor at SavvyMom
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Jan Scott is a well-known Canadian cookbook author, food writer, and the creator of Family Bites, a popular blog devoted to family-focused recipes and easy-to-execute entertaining and party ideas. She’s been the food editor for SavvyMom.ca since 2011, and has had essays and articles published in a variety of print and online publications. Prior to making the transition to food writing, she worked for a private catering company for eight years. Her first book, Gatherings: Bringing People Together with Food was shortlisted for the 2015 Taste Canada Food Writing Awards in the Best General Cookbook category. Jan lives in Toronto, with her husband and their three sons.

Instant Pot Perfect Marinara Sauce

By Jan Scott / February 7, 2018

Makes 6 to 8 cups

Instant Pot Risotto with Sausage Bolognese

By Jan Scott / February 1, 2018

Serves 4 to 6

21 Cooking Tips and Recipe Ideas for Your Instant Pot

By Jan Scott / January 25, 2018

If you already own one, or are simply Insta-curious, here are a few of my tried and true cooking tips, as well as a list of ideas of what to make in your Instant Pot.

3 Toddler-Approved Smoothies

By Jan Scott / January 11, 2018

Smoothies are a really great way to sneak superfoods into your family’s diet. Here are 3 toddler-approved smoothies to drink this winter…

Healthy Mini Cocoa Banana Muffins

Healthy Mini Cocoa Banana Muffins

By Jan Scott / January 2, 2018

With less than a teaspoon of brown sugar per muffin, plenty of banana, cocoa powder and spelt flour, these healthy mini muffins still satisfy our and our kids’ cravings for something sweet and cake-like.

4 Easy (Gluten-Free) Appetizers

By Jan Scott / December 26, 2017

Here are four simple ideas for delicious appetizers to serve this holiday season.

Everything You Need to Know to Have a Delicious Christmas

By Jan Scott / December 21, 2017

I don’t think there’s a single week on the calendar that is more food-focused than the one we’re approaching. With…

Butternut Squash Quesadillas

By Jan Scott / November 3, 2017

Cooked butternut squash is a versatile ingredient I keep in my fridge all fall long. Sometimes I halve the squash,…

Best Apple Baking Recipes - SavvyMom

Spiced Apple and Oat Scones

By Jan Scott / October 19, 2017

This spiced apple and oat scones recipe can be made three ways: regular (and wholesome), gluten-free or vegan.

Mummy Juice Boxes

By Jan Scott / October 16, 2017

Add a little Halloween fun to the season with a mummified drink. If you need a non-candy treat to send into a classroom party, nothing could be easier to put together than these.